Private Tours – Carpe Diem Tours https://www.carpediemtours.com Your Roman Experience Mon, 08 Jan 2024 09:41:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://i0.wp.com/www.carpediemtours.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/cropped-Carpe-Diem-Rome-Icon-Large.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Private Tours – Carpe Diem Tours https://www.carpediemtours.com 32 32 60582608 Rome Golf Cart Tour https://www.carpediemtours.com/rome/rome-golf-cart-tour/ Tue, 01 Dec 2020 09:57:00 +0000 https://www.carpediemtours.com/?post_type=tours&p=2672

Inclusions

  • Expert driver guide
  • Customisable tour**

Tour Description

**Although our Rome Golf Cart tour follows a tried-and-tested itinerary, upon special request it can be 100% customisable—so you can hone in on the attractions that interest you most.

Forget the fatigue of traipsing around the Eternal City. This tour saves you time and energy as you see all the capital’s must-see sites in half the time. Jump aboard your horseless chariot and let us chauffeur you around Rome in comfort and convenience. Enjoy exclusive access to traffic-limited areas, and enjoy hopping on and off your golf cart straight at the foot of your attraction of choice. 

Visit the stunning Trevi Fountain, immortalized in Fellini’s classic film La Dolce Vita, and throw a coin over your shoulder to ensure your return to Rome! Admire the tumbling terraces and balustrades of the famous Spanish Steps, and discover what exactly it is that makes the monument Spanish!

Gaze up in awe at the Pantheon, Rome’s best-preserved ancient temple, and learn the fascinating history of how it was founded and how it has fared. Drive to the foot of Piazza Navona, Italy’s most stunning square, which was built above an ancient structure your guide will bring to life.

Your Rome Golf Cart tour takes you up the Aventine Hill, where Romulus’ brother Remus tried—but failed—to found his city. Pass by the Orange Garden, stopping off to enjoy its views, and check out the famous Keyhole View over Saint Peter’s Basilica and the Territory of the Order of the Knights of Malta. 

Stop off at the famous Mouth of Truth situated right by the River Tiber in the area where Rome was founded. This stunning stretch of road around the most ancient part of the Eternal City also takes us past the Theatre of Marcellus (a building started by Julius Caesar and finished by the emperor Augustus) and the impressive Capitoline Hill.

You can choose where your tour finishes: in Rome’s centre, at your hotel, or wherever you want to explore next! If you’d like to visit the Colosseum, Castel Sant’Angelo or the Vatican on your Golf Cart Tour of Rome, we can also arrange for this, depending the time and location of your departure or finish point.

For all special requests, please contact us directly.

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Highlights

  • Explore Rome in comfort and convenience
  • See more must-see sites in half the time
  • Experience an entirely private, expert-led tour
  • Discover such sites as the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain & more!

Meet at your hotel or in the centre!

Meet your expert driver guide where it’s most convenient for you

Piazza Navona

Discover Italy’s most attractive piazza – a square that is not a square!

Pantheon

Stand in the shadow of ancient Rome’s most impressive temple.

Trevi Fountain

Emerge upon the world’s most famous fountain, throw a coin over your shoulder, and snap your shots!

Spanish Steps

Admire the travertine and marble balustrades of the stunning Spanish steps.

Circus Maximus

Gaze down on this former chariot racing track where ancient celebrities won the adoration of their crowds.

Aventine Hill

Be driven up Rome’s most scenic hill, where the city’s rich and famous reside.

Secret Keyhole

Gaze through the secret keyhole and enjoy a unique view of Saint Peter’s Basilica.

Mouth of Truth

Insert your hand into the ancient Mouth of Truth (if you dare!)

Piazza Venezia

Drive around Rome’s most famous roundabout and truly do as the Romans do.

You decide where to finish your Rome Golf Cart tour!

Hop off your golf cart in Rome’s centre, at your hotel, or wherever you want to explore next!

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Private Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto Tour https://www.carpediemtours.com/rome/jewish-ghetto-trastevere-tour/ Thu, 01 Oct 2020 07:46:00 +0000 https://dev.www.carpediemtours.com/?post_type=tours&p=1538

Inclusions

  • Fluent, expert guide
  • Private group tour

Tour Description

Why is Rome home to the country’s most tight-knit and deep-rooted Jewish community? What’s so special about Trastevere, and why does everyone recommend visiting? Seize the day with Carpe Diem, and we’ll answer all your questions on this exclusive tour of the Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere.

Rome’s Jewish community has been rooted here for thousands of years, even pre-dating the time of Julius Caesar. Through its ancient, medieval, and modern wonders – from the Theatre of Marcellus to the Great Synagogue – Rome’s Jewish Ghetto tells a fascinating story of segregation, persecution and resilience. To truly understand the city of Rome, you need to know how its various communities intersected with each other and how the City of the Caesars became the Rome of the Popes and then the Italian capital.

Uncover the secrets of Rome’s Jewish Ghetto

This tour fully immerses you in the history of the Jewish Ghetto. Discover the 1st-century remains of the Theatre of Marcellus and Portico of Octavia, the sister of the emperor Augustus. Experience the tight-knit community of Rome’s Jewish population, all centred around Ghetto’s Great Synagogue, Tempio Maggiore. And trace the outlines of the Ghetto’s medieval walls, which kept thousands of Jews in inhuman conditions until the Ghetto’s abolition in the 19th century. 

Cross over Tiber Island into the medieval quarter of Trastevere

After uncovering the secrets of Rome’s Jewish Ghetto, your expert, fluent guide will lead you across the River Tiber and into the artisan district of Trastevere. Your journey across the river takes you across the city’s oldest bridge, the Ponte Fabricio, which has connected the eastern bank of the city to Tiber Island since 62 BC.

As we explore Trastevere, your guide will lead you through the picture-perfect cobbled streets of this traditional medieval neighbourhood. Snap your photos and take your time to admire the unique architecture of this authentic neighbourhood (and hub of Roman nightlife).

Stumble upon the oldest church in Rome

Our final stop in Trastevere is Santa Maria in Trastevere, one of the oldest churches still standing in Rome. Incorporating columns retrieved from the nearby imperial Baths of Caracalla, this church is a masterpiece in Roman ingenuity and recycling. Here, you will have more than enough time to ask your expert guide everything you’d like to know about this ancient work of architectural and historical beauty.

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Highlights

  • Visit two of Rome’s most authentic neighbourhoods: the Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere
  • Learn the fantastic history and tales on the Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere
  • Venture off the beaten path to discover a hidden side of the capital

Meet in the Jewish Ghetto

Meet your guide on the cobbled streets of Rome’s most authentic neighbourhood.

Jewish Ghetto

Your expert guide will recount the long and moving history of Rome’s Jewish Ghetto and reveal the hidden sites that narrate its rise and fall.

Great Synagogue (External)

Stand in the shadow of this 19th-century synagogue and hear the moving stories of its recent history.

Portico of Octavia

Immerse yourself in the history of this two-thousand year old imperial monument.

Theatre of Marcellus

Started by Caesar and finished by Augustus, this first-century theatre has since been converted into Rome’s most expensive apartments!

Tiber Island

Since the 3rd century BC, the Tiber Island has been a centre of healing – first with its Temple of Asclepius and now with the still-operating hospital of Fatebenefratelli.

Trastevere Highlights

Explore the cobbled streets of this authentic medieval district and learn what makes this neighbourhood so unique.

Santa Maria in Trastevere

Incorporating fragments from Rome’s imperial baths, the city’s oldest surviving church is an architectural marvel on the outside and within.

Trastevere

Our tour finishes right in the heart of Rome’s trendiest neighbourhood. Ask your guide for recommendations and then go and explore its bars, restaurants, and quirky shops.

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Private Catacombs and Basilica San Clemente Underground Tour https://www.carpediemtours.com/rome/catacombs-basilica-san-clemente-underground-tour/ Tue, 01 Sep 2020 14:22:00 +0000 https://dev.www.carpediemtours.com/?post_type=tours&p=1071

Inclusions

  • Includes skip-the-line tickets
  • Exclusive access to two of Rome’s underground hotspots
  • Inlcudes a transfer in an airconditioned vehicle between the tour sites

Tour Description

*Due to seasonal demand we are only running this tour on a private basis. Please contact us to arrange your visit*

This exclusive experience unearths over two millennia of history in a small group with an expert guide. Head underground and explore ancient temples and churches at the breathtaking basilica di San Clemente, before visiting Rome’s largest network of catacombs which still contain the bodies of over 150,000 ancient Romans. 

Our tour starts on the ground level of the Basilica San Clemente, beautiful medieval church and architectural masterpiece. Spread over multiple layers, the ‘lasagna church’ is one of the few sites that allows you travel through time to discover ruins from centuries apart.

After marvelling at the stunning marble floors and intricate décor, we’ll start our descent. The lower floors lead to an older, larger church that was built in the 4th Century, before descending deeper into a cult temple, dedicated to ancient Eastern god Mithras.

Journeying even further underground, your guide will bring to life an ancient Roman apartment complex as you walk through an ancient doorway and even cross an age-old street. Understand what life was really like for ancient Romans in one of the best-preserved Roman homes in the city.

The adventure continues along Via Appia Antica, the first ancient Roman highway, to the Catacombs of Domitilla. Catacombs have been a secret part of Roman history for almost two thousand years. Your expert historian guide will tell you about how ancient Christian burial rites and rituals were performed so many centuries ago, and how the handmade tunnels are filled with the bodies of ancient Romans.

Our visit will include the tomb of Diogenes, several crypts decorated with Pagan and Christian symbols and motifs as well as the oldest known fresco of the last supper. Your expert guide will lead you through the dark underbelly of ancient Rome at a leisurely, comfortable pace. 

Please note that the cost of this tour includes the entrance tickets to the Catacomb di Santa Domitilla and the Basilica San Clemente. 

If you’re ready to take a step off the beaten track and delve deeper into ancient Rome’s secrets, book your spot now!

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Tour Highlights

  • Discover two must-see sites of hidden underground Rome
  • Enjoy the expertise of your fluent guide

Basilica San Clemente

Explore the incredible church and venture undeground to the temple of mithras and an ancient roman street.

The Ancient Layer & Pagan Temple

First built as an imperial mansion and apartments in the late 1st century AD, this inner courtyard was transformed into a Temple of Mithras or ‘Mithraeum around 200 years later.

The Early Christian Layer & 4th-Century Church

A hall and later a church were built on top of the Temple of Mithras in the early 4th century, when Christianity became the main religion of the Roman Empire.

The Medieval Layer & Current Basilica

The mid-level church was severely damaged during the Norman sack of Rome in 1084 AD. Above it we have the top tier of Basilica San Clemente, completed in the 12th century.

Catacombs of Domitilla

Situated on the property of the second-century aristocrat Flavia Domitilla, these catacombs are among the largest underground cemetery in Rome and preserve incredible evidence about the faith of Rome’s earliest Christians.

Our tour finishes in the Gardens of Domitilla

After your ascent to the modern street-level, you’re free to explore the nearby Appian Way or enjoy the short but scenic trip back into the city centre.

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Best of Rome Private Walking Tour https://www.carpediemtours.com/rome/best-of-rome-walking-tour/ Sat, 01 Aug 2020 08:53:00 +0000 https://dev.www.carpediemtours.com/?post_type=tours&p=1543

Inclusions

  • Fluent, expert guide
  • Private walking tour

Tour Description

Explore the wonders of the Eternal City on our best of Rome walking tour. As you get your bearings around Rome’s cobbled historic centre, your expert storyteller will bring Rome’s most must-see sites to life, including the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona. Take photos, make memories, and most importantly, get the most out of your time in the Italian capital!

Your private guide will share the city’s secrets and narrate its story in a way that will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time – from explaining how the stunningly intricate churches and palaces were erected, to how the grand fountains were used to channel water throughout the city.

Your best of Rome tour starts at Piazza Venezia

We will start at Trajan’s Column, which portrays the bloody victory of the emperor during the Dacian wars in Eastern Europe. We’ll then head to the Piazza Venezia, the crossroads between the ancient city and the modern capital and one of the most scenic squares in Italy! 

After taking a moment to marvel at the imposing Altar of the Fatherland, we’ll make our way to the iconic Trevi Fountain. Toss a coin into the fountain, spend a moment soaking in its sounds and scenery (metaphorically, not literally!), and uncover the fascinating stories behind the fountain’s statues and symbols.

Discover the highlights of Rome’s historic centre

After discovering the incredible frescoes within the church of Sant Ignazio, we’ll make our way to the Pantheon where the spectacle of the 2000-year-old dome will blow you away. Marvel at one of the best-preserved buildings of the ancient world, hear the story behind the man who built it, and discover the shocking architectural secret behind how the dome is (or isn’t) supported!

Your private walking tour of Rome finishes at Piazza Navona. The square is situated near some of Rome’s best and most vibrant bars and restaurants and your guide will be happy to recommend where to go. 

 This tour is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. You can expect this memorable experience to last about two hours, which leaves you with more than enough time to explore the city beyond.

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Highlights

  • Experience an entirely private, expert-led tour
  • Discover the stories behind the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona & more!
  • Ask all your questions and get local recommendations
  • Take photos that will last a lifetime
  • Discover the hidden hangouts the Romans keep to themselves

Meet beneath Trajan’s Column

Meet your group beside Piazza Venezia in the shadow of this second-century imperial column.

Piazza Venezia

Stand in the shadow of the monumental Altar of the Fatherland and learn all about Rome’s more recent fascinating history.

Trevi Fountain

Emerge from Rome’s cobbled streets onto the world’s most famous fountain.

Pantheon

Discover the story behind emperor Hadrian’s second-century AD temple: the city’s best-preserved ancient monument.

Your tour finishes in Piazza Navona

Here you’re perfectly positioned to explore the bar’s, restaurants, and attractions of Rome’s historic centre.

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VIP Borghese Gallery Tour https://www.carpediemtours.com/rome/borghese-gallery-tour/ Fri, 01 May 2020 11:26:00 +0000 https://dev.www.carpediemtours.com/?post_type=tours&p=1531

Inclusions

  • Private licensed guide
  • Timed skip-the-line tickets

Tour Description

Home to Rome’s most impressive collection of Renaissance and Baroque paintings and sculpture, the Borghese Gallery is a must-visit for all art lovers. The 17th-century villa is an artwork in itself, furnished with frescoes by the Florentine-trained artist Ludovico Cigoli and situated in the midst of a vast landscaped garden. But the artworks it contains are unrivalled in Rome, featuring sculptures and paintings by the likes of Bernini, Caravaggio, Raphael, and Canova. 

Tickets to the Borghese Gallery are hard to find – and for good reason. Everyone wants to step inside, but few get the chance. Book your tour of the Borghese Gallery today and you can be among the lucky few. Simply turn up on time, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Step straight inside the Borghese Gallery with timed access tickets

After meeting the rest of the tour group in the lush surroundings of Villa Borghese park, you and your expert art-historian guide will make your way into the gallery. This 17th-century villa is home to countless works of priceless art and is named after a passionate and wealthy cardinal, Scipione Borghese. 

As an art enthusiast and nephew to the Pope himself, Borghese was known for going above and beyond to make sure he could own and display the masterpieces that caught his eye. You’ll have the chance to learn everything there is to know about the Cardinal, from how he hosted extravagant parties to the infamous threats he made to artists worldwide in an attempt to take their art for his own.

Discover the most revered sculptures and portraits in western art

Unlike some of the other museums in Rome, the Borghese Gallery only allows a certain number of visitors at a time. Not only does that make for a more exclusive experience, but it also gives you the peace and quiet you need to really absorb the sheer beauty of its art.

Bernini’s  sculpture of Apollo and Daphne and Raphael’s sensual depiction of La Fornarina are just a few of the masterpieces you’ll have the honour of seeing during this leisurely, private tour.

Book your spot now to avoid disappointment, skip the lines, and immerse in Roman history with Carpe Diem.

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Highlights

  • Enjoy the expertise of your own private, licensed guide
  • Step straight inside the Borghese Gallery with timed skip-the-line tickets
  • Gain expert insight into the artworks of Caravaggio, Bernini, Raphael, Titian and more

Meet outside the gallery in Villa Borghese

Meet your group among the pristine landscaped gardens of Rome’s Villa Borghese.

Borghese Gallery Highlights

Discover works by the Great Masters in Rome’s most stunning surroundings. Your private guide will tailor the tour to your group so you can delve into your interests and nourish yourself with knowledge.

Bernini’s Apollo & Daphne and Abduction of Persephone

Gaze upon the most lifelike statues ever sculpted and learn all about the mythological tales they recount and the mastery of Bernini’s craftsmanship.

Your tour finishes in Villa Borghese

Follow the day’s tour by soaking in the sun and sites of Villa Borghese, sitting in one of the cafés lining the streets near the Spanish Steps, or exploring the parks and museums around the north of Rome.

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Private Pasta & Tiramisù Cooking Class https://www.carpediemtours.com/rome/pasta-tiramisu-private-cooking-class/ Wed, 01 Apr 2020 14:33:00 +0000 https://www.carpediemtours.com/?post_type=tours&p=2701

Inclusions

  • Private chef
  • All ingredients
  • Personal workspace

Class Description

Master the art of authentic Italian cooking through this private cooking class! The generational tradition of extended mealtimes will be stretched across three-and-a-half fun-filled hours, culminating in a well-deserved dinner in which you feast on your recipes.

Your private class will give you the true sense of an Italian nonna’s loving kitchen. Led by an enthusiastic and knowledgeable English-speaking chef, our centrally situated cooking masterclass is perfect for kids and adults; beginners and experts!

Jumping from starter to dessert?

Savoiardi (ladyfingers) are gently dipped in rich coffee before being layered with dollops of delicately mixed eggs and panna (cream). Finished off with a sprinkle of cocoa, these delicious desserts are set aside to rest in time for an after-dinner energy boost. In fact, the espresso within a tiramisù is what gives it a name that translates literally as “pick me up”!

Fresh pasta paired with mouth-watering sauces

Roll up your sleeves and get ready to knead, roll, and shape your fresh pasta from scratch. After running your pasta dough through a traditional pasta machine, you’ll get to combine your carefully crafted creations with the flavors of the season and locality; be it twangy cacio e pepe, creamy carbonara, or saucy amatriciana.

Indulge in your homemade pasta & tiramisù

How else to conclude your cooking class than by indulging yourself in your culinary creations! Celebrate your accomplishment with family-friendly company, a gorgeous setting, and a selection of red or white wines and soft drinks.

Whether returning a culinary maestro or a self-proclaimed novice, you’ll be sure to take the memories home with you and ruling your dinner parties back home!

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Highlights

  • Learn to cook like a local in this private class

Meet at the Cooking School

Meet your chef and host in our centrally situated cooking school.

Tiramisù

Tiramisù literally translates as pick me up. Add enough coffee and you’ll soon see why.

Fettuccine Pasta

They say the best pasta is made with love but it’s always better with eggs and flour too!

Sit-down dinner

Indulge in these two Italian classics while sitting down with your private party.

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Private Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Tour https://www.carpediemtours.com/rome/private-colosseum-palatine-hill-and-roman-forum-tour/ Sun, 01 Mar 2020 10:35:42 +0000 https://www.carpediemtours.com/?post_type=tours&p=2689

Inclusions

  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
  • Private, licensed guide

Tour Description

Explore the must-see sites of ancient Rome with an expert private guide! This private tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum is perfect for travellers looking for a more personalised experience at their own pace.

Step straight inside the Colosseum with skip-the-line tickets

After meeting your private guide by the Arch of Constantine, in the shadow of the ancient amphitheatre, you’ll step straight inside the Colosseum with your priority access tickets. Your expert storyteller will guide you through the rich history of Rome’s most iconic monument.

Discover which animals the Romans caged beneath the Colosseum and how they transported them up onto the arena sands. Recreate the architectural ingenuity of the Colosseum’s hypogeum (underground chamber) and retractable arena floor. And climb up to the Colosseum’s upper-levels, where you’ll learn all about the social status of its spectators, discover the gory norms of ancient entertainment, and geek out on the cult games and gladiatorial combat that thrilled its crowds. 

Stepping outside the Colosseum, we’ll then walk along the ancient Via Sacra (Sacred Way), a route taken by triumphant generals celebrating their victories, and climb the Palatine Hill.

Climb the Palatine Hill for a picturesque view over the Forum

The Palatine is the most picturesque of Rome’s Seven Hills, and was the site on which Romulus founded the city in the 8th century BC. As Rome transformed from Republic to Empire, the Palatine Hill became the Beverley Hills of the ancient world. Your private guide will breathe life into the ruins of its luxury palaces and wow you with stories of the scandals and intrigues of Rome’s imperial families.

Our final stop is the Roman Forum, the beating heart of ancient Rome. Venture through the commercial and cultural centre of the imperial capital and follow the footsteps of the emperors and legionaries alike. Your friendly expert guide will be at hand the whole time to answer all your questions to make sure you get the most out of your private Colosseum tour.

Your private Colosseum tour goes is personalised to your own pace

This tour’s pace is comfortable and leisurely, which means that this tour is appropriate for guests of all ages and fitness levels. The tour lasts about 3 hours, giving you more than enough time to explore. Best of all, because you’re in the intimacy of a private group you can ask your expert guide all the questions and recommendations you like for the rest of your stay in Rome!

If you want to gain access to the restricted areas of the Colosseum, check out our Colosseum Underground Tour or Colosseum Night Tour!

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Highlights

  • Includes skip-the-line tickets worth €18.00 with access to the Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
  • Discover three must-see sites in one tour!

Meet beneath the Arch of Constantine

Meet in the shadow of the emperor Constantine’s ancient triumphal arch.

Colosseum

Explore the world’s most iconic ancient amphitheatre and discover its stories and secrets.

Palatine Hill

Climb the picturesque Palatine Hill, the site upon which Rome was founded.

Roman Forum

Your tour finishes in the Roman Forum, the bustling centre of the ancient world’s mightiest empire.

Explore the Roman Forum

Discover the temples, basilicas and triumphal arches at the centre of antiquity’s most powerful empire.

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Private Colosseum Arena Tour with Palatine Hill & Roman Forum https://www.carpediemtours.com/rome/colosseum-arena-tour-private/ Sat, 01 Feb 2020 12:29:00 +0000 https://www.carpediemtours.com/?post_type=tours&p=2693

Inclusions

  • Private licensed guide
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Colosseum & Colosseum Arena Floor
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

Tour Description

Channel your inner-Maximus as you emerge onto the Colosseum arena floor, enjoying exclusive access to this newly reopened section of the world most famous amphitheatre. Don’t settle for half-measures on your Roman holiday. Seize the momentcarpe diemand treat yourself to an immersive tour of ancient Rome with a private expert guide!

Skip the lines and step out onto the arena floor

Unlike most other tours, this private tour gets you straight inside the Colosseum and out onto the arena floor through the Gladiator’s Gate. This is the route Rome’s gladiators took almost 2,000 years ago. Imagine the scene of them being greeted by the cheers and jeers of 50,000 spectators.

Your expert private guide will transport you back in time to the height of the Roman Empire when Nero’s Golden Palace fell and the Colosseum was constructed in its place. These were times when Rome was ruled by all-powerful emperors (sometimes wise, sometimes wacky), the city was flooded with exotic riches from around the world, and the Colosseum acted as the city’s main stage for showing off the animals and people that Rome had conquered and captured.

Explore the luxury residences of the Palatine Hill

Next, we’ll climb the Palatine Hill, where Romulus founded the city. The Palatine Hill is a real archaeological wonder, home to settlements from the Iron Age to the 16th century. Gaze upon such sites as the Hut of Romulus, the houses of Augustus and Livia, and the Imperial Palace, where the emperors in their family engaged in ruling, politicking, and scheming.

Immerse yourself in history in the Roman Forum

The final destination on your private Colosseum arena tour is the Roman Forum. As the beating heart of ancient Rome, the Roman Forum was once a bustling hub of markets, law courts, temples, and more. It was here that Julius Caesar was cremated, here where two disgraced emperors were murdered in 69 AD, and here where Cicero delivered the speeches that shaped western culture for centuries. 

At the end of your private tour, feel free to stay and explore the Forum at your own pace. 

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Highlights

  • Exclusive, skip-the-line access to the Colosseum’s underground dungeons and tunnels
  • An in-depth experience of the whole Colosseum
  • An immersive, informative tour with a licensed tour guide
  • Access to restricted areas not available through regular tours
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
  • Free time after the tour to explore the Roman Forum and take incredible photos
  • Includes skip-the-line tickets worth €22.00 with access to the Arena floor, Palatine & Roman Forum

Meet beneath the Arch of Constantine

Meet in the shadow of the emperor Constantine’s ancient triumphal arch.

Colosseum Arena Floor

Follow in the footsteps of the gladiators as you step through the ancient Porta Sanavivaria (Gate of the Living) and onto the arena floor.

Colosseum Underground

Descend into the hypogeum of this first-century amphitheatre to discover where wild beasts were kept and where gladiators awaited their fate.

Colosseum

Explore the upper-tiers of the world’s most iconic ancient amphitheatre and discover its stories and secrets.

Palatine Hill

Climb the picturesque Palatine Hill, the site upon which Rome was founded.

Roman Forum

Your private tour finishes among the temples, law-courts and basilicas of the Roman Forum – in the beating heart of ancient Rome

Explore the Forum with your 48-hour tickets

Your tickets are valid for 48 hours, so you can keep exploring or come back tomorrow!

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Private Vatican and Sistine Chapel Tour https://www.carpediemtours.com/rome/vatican-sistine-chapel-tour-private/ Wed, 01 Jan 2020 16:17:00 +0000 https://www.carpediemtours.com/?post_type=tours&p=2708

Inclusions

  • Skip-the-line tickets
  • Expert, fun official Vatican guide
  • Immersive tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

Tour Description

Avoid the lines and discover the Vatican’s secrets with your own private expert guide.

People made a pilgrimage from all over the world to visit the spiritual home of Catholicism. Unfortunately, this means that getting into the Vatican is by no means easy. With our priority entrance, you’ll be able to skip the hours of waiting in line and walk right into one of the most historically rich places in the world. 

Your private tour starts with the Vatican Museums. Don’t be overwhelmed by the never-ending rooms or twisting corridors – we’ll guide you through some of the thousands of rooms without missing their deepest secrets. Our route includes the Hall of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, the Gallery of Candelabra, The Raphael Rooms and much more. Your friendly expert guide will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

After our trip through the museums, you’ll make your way into the Sistine Chapel, one of the most fabled historical sites in the world. The Sistine Chapel houses the timeless masterpiece crafted by none other than Michelangelo himself. Marvel at the Last Judgement in all its glory.

The pace of this private tour is comfortable and can be adapted to suit you. It also includes all ticket prices for the areas that we’ll be visiting during our trip. Book your spot now to make sure you don’t miss out on the chance to visit one of the most sacred spaces on Earth!

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Highlights

  • Condense the Vatican’s must-see treasures into a manageable 2.5 hours
  • Hone in on the highlights that interest you most on a private tour
  • Learn the secrets and stories behind the Vatican’s vast collection
  • Discover timeless artworks by such artists as Raphael, Bernini and Michelangelo
  • Fully immerse yourself in the Sistine Chapel: Michelangelo’s defining masterpiece

Viale Vaticano 100

We will meet at the top of the steps on the corner of Viale Vaticano 100. Look for the white flag.

Vatican Museums

The Vatican Museums contains over 2000 rooms and some of the most impressive artworks in the world. Your private tour condenses down the highlights of the Vatican’s vast collection, making sure you don’t miss anything.

Sistine Chapel

Step inside the Sistine Chapel, the Pope’s private chapel, and admire the Last Judgement and frescoed ceilings – the defining works of Michelangelo. Your tour finishes in the Sistine Chapel, giving you time to explore the rest of the Vatican Museums at your own pace.

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Private Spritz & Spaghetti Cooking Class https://www.carpediemtours.com/rome/spritz-spaghetti-class-private/ Sat, 22 Dec 2018 09:30:00 +0000 https://www.carpediemtours.com/?post_type=rome&p=6769

What’s Included:

  • Fluent, Local Chef
  • Host / Mixologist
  • All Ingredients
  • Air-Conditioned Workspace

Class Description

Relax the right way after a long day of sightseeing with our Spritz and Spaghetti Class. This fun-filled class teaches you all the know-how you need to mix traditional Italian cocktails and perfect the art of making fresh pasta. It’s the only experience of its kind in Rome – a perfect blend of food, friends, and tipsy fun.

So come join us and see what all the fuss is about!

Learn to expertly mix 3 traditional cocktails

We’ll welcome your private party with a mixology demo of how to make Italy’s best-loved drink: Aperol Spritz. You’ll then get started on your hands-on pasta-making lesson led by a fun-loving, fluent professional chef. But that’s not all! We’ll also be making Campari Spritz and satisfying your sweet tooth with a glass of Limoncello.

Perfect your technique for making authentic Italian pasta

Your professional chef will guide you every step of the way – from kneading the dough to running it through a traditional pasta machine. You’ll also be making a creamy carbonara sauce to coat your fresh pasta (vegetarians can try out another Roman classic of cacio e pepe). At the end of the class, you’ll dine on what you’ve made with a selection of wine or soft drinks!

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Highlights

– Master the art of mixing three Italian cocktails
– Learn to make authentic handmade pasta and sauce from scratch
– Get tipsy while on traditional Italian cocktails
– Enjoy a unique experience — the only one in Rome!

Meet at the Cooking School

Our host will be waiting for you with some welcome drinks.

Sip Your Cocktails

Your own private mixologist will guide you through making at least three traditional cocktails during the course of the evening: Aperol Spritz, Campari Spritz and Limoncello.

Perfect Your Pasta

Rome is home to the best pasta recipes, from carbonara and cacio e pepe to the world-conquering amatriciana. Learn the secrets behind making them before swiftly forgetting them as you sink your third cocktail.

Sit-Down Dinner

Indulge in authentic Italian pasta with your tipsy foodie friends.

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